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Pork and Bean Soup

If the mention of "Pork and Beans" conjures to mind a can of sweet-smelling shelf-stable glop from your childhood, this recipe is for you. This version of pork and beans is far from that; it requires slightly more effort and quality ingredients, with a much better flavor and texture.

Total Time

1hr 15min

3.8

6 Ratings

Author: Chef's Opinion

Servings:

Ingredients

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2 lb

Pork Ribs

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2 stalks

Scallions

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Onion , peeled

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1 Tbsp

Garlic Paste

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1 Tbsp

Tomato Paste

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to taste

Kosher Salt

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to taste

Cayenne Pepper

•

to taste

Smoked Sausages , diced

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2 cans
(15.5 oz)

White Beans , drained

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1 can
(14.5 oz)

Diced Tomatoes

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1 can
(15 oz)

Black Beans , drained

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to taste

Red Kidney Beans , drained

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3 stalks

Scallions , sliced

Cooking Instructions

Simmer Pork Ribs (2 lb) with Scallions (2 stalks) , Onion (1) , Garlic Paste (1 Tbsp) , Tomato Paste (1 Tbsp) and Kosher Salt (to taste) and Cayenne Pepper (to taste) .

Simmer pork until very tender, but not falling apart. There should be about 1 quart of stock remaining; if not, adjust with water and additional seasonings. This should take an hour or more depending on the thickness.

Remove pork to a cutting board, remove and discard bones, cut into bite-size pieces.

Add White Beans (2 cans) . Blend until smooth!

Add Diced Tomatoes (1 can) , Black Beans (1 can) , Red Kidney Beans (to taste) , and Scallions (3 stalks) . Simmer for 3 minutes.

Add the pork and Smoked Sausages (to taste) , simmer for another 3 minutes, then check/adjust seasonings.

Serve in large flat bowls and enjoy!

Nutrition Per Serving

CALORIES

735

FAT

26.2 g

PROTEIN

65.6 g

CARBS

60.4 g